It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of our fellow Brother Knight and Past Grand Knight Frank Racano. Frank relocated here from New York several years ago to care for his mother and had been experiencing his own health issues. He had been very active in many of our events. It was Frank who proposed our upcoming golf outing and dedication to the memory of Tony Cerezo. Please pray for him, his family, and particularly his mother.
The Visitation Services for Frank Racano will be Monday, June 28, 2021 at Molnar Funeral Home, Southgate Chapel at 14032 Northline Road from 2pm to 4pm and 6pm to 9pm. Rosary at Molnar will be at 7PM, hosted by the St. Pius Rosary Confraternity (Brother Frank was a member), and assisted by our Council. The Mass of Resurrection is Tuesday, June 29, 2021 at St. Pius X Catholic Church, 14101 Superior in Southgate at 8:30, followed by procession to Our Lady of Hope Cemetery.
May his soul and all the souls of the faithful departed through the mercy of God rest in peace. Amen.
I pray we are all safe and healthy as summer begins. Attached is your K of C newsletter for June, 2021. Please find what interests you and let us enjoy your company at our next gathering and the many events coming up!
God’s Blessing to you and your family,
Anthony (Tony) Chirco
PR Director, Trustee and Editor
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K of C Newsletter June 2021
Our Virtual State Convention will open with a celebratory Mass for all lead by our State Chaplain, followed by a message from our Supreme Knight Patrick Kelly and on to our Program and Award Presentation. Mass to begin at 6pm.
Please use this link to watch to Webinar Presentation, you can join us as early as 5:30 pm Friday May 28th using these links:
YouTube https://youtu.be/w7uzUfmz5xc
Facebook https://fb.me/e/1xX2YJxAl
Zoom https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86352999023
Saturday will be a Rosary followed by the State Convention. Non-delegates will be allowed to watch the convention, but not be able to ask questions or vote.
Please use this link to attend the Convention starting as early as 8:30 am on Saturday May 29th using these links:
YouTube https://youtu.be/5_IyoP8HIy4
Facebook https://fb.me/e/YIRcLefH
Zoom https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86479546420
Every year our State Directors and the organizations that we support hand out reports for our membership to review. This year instead of mailing these reports we will be able to send these to you electronically by clicking on the links below. The following reports can be viewed:
| 1. Resolutions | 8. Guest House |
| 2. Take Ten for Charity Report | 9. St. Louis Center Annual Report |
| 3. State Raffle Report | 10. Protect Life Michigan |
| 4. Life Report | 11. Rising Stars Academy |
| 5. MI Program Report | 12. 80th Annual KC State Bowling Tourney |
| 6. Special Olympics Report | 13. Faith and Family Golf Outing Flyer |
| 7. Holy Cross Services | 14. District 706 – Eagle Outing Flyer |
| LINK – 2021 Director Reports and Flyers | |
Also included is the 2020 State Convention Transcript for you to review.
LINK – 2020 State Convention transcript
Brother Knights and Friends,
Attached is your K of C newsletter for April, 2021. We are busy and getting busier. Nomination and election of Officers is upon us. We are also getting closer to our first annual golf outing coming up in early August. We have our Motorcycle Blessing and Christian concert planned in the months ahead. There is more, much more. We look forward to your involvement and seeing you at our next meeting on Wednesday May 5th as we safely gather for the greater good.
Pray for each other and all who we love.
Respectfully,
Anthony (Tony) Chirco
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K of C Newsletter April 2021The General Agents in the state of Michigan have decided to sponsor another seminar featuring Tom Hegna.
Tom Hegna is a leading expert in retirement income, how to keep it and how to use it.
Please open the attached flyer and register for this fantastic opportunity to hear an expert on how we can all live a better life in retirement.
Fraternally,
Tom Jackson
Field Agent
734-778-9601
As we get closer to Easter, the Knights of Columbus are encouraging families in the parish community to attend the Good Friday Services at St. Pius X Catholic Parish on Friday, April 2nd, 2021 starting at 12 Noon.
Despite Good Friday’s central nature in the heart of Christianity, attendance at services remains low. Putting their faith into action, the Bernard P. O’Brien Council 3956 Knights of Columbus in Southgate will encourage participation through a promotional campaign that educates their parishes on the vital importance of Good Friday. The liturgy of the Lord’s passion and death reminds families of the suffering Jesus endured through his passion and resurrection, thereby opening the gates of heaven for each of us.
Setting an example for their community, starting at 12 Noon, our Council will be attending Stations of the Cross, Rosary, Divine Mercy Chaplet, Meditation of Jesus’ Last Words and Celebration of the Passion of the Lord. All of this will conclude at 3:15PM.
Please join us in this somber but important event. If you have any questions, please call the St. Pius Parish Office at 734-285-1100.
